In a public primary school on the outskirts of Kano, a 10-year-old pupil confidently recites the alphabet but struggles to read a simple sentence. He has been in school for four years. On paper, he is "enrolled". In reality, he is not learning.
This paradox lies at the heart of Nigeria’s educatio
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Oluwafemi Mayowa Olusola
Oluwafemi Mayowa OLUSOLA is the Opinion Page Editor at BusinessDay. He writes provocative essays on youth development, governance, and strategic partnerships in Nigeria, highlighting the intersections of education, economic policy, and national transformation through pragmatic and data-driven analysis.
